Moolenaar Statement on the President's Budget and Infrastructure Plan

Today, the Trump Administration released its budget proposal for fiscal year 2019, which begins on October 1, 2018. The administration also unveiled an infrastructure plan that addresses critical priorities for the nation's roads, bridges, and waterways.

Congressman John Moolenaar is a member of the House Appropriations Committee, which will decide funding levels for federal departments and programs.

He made the following statements on today's White House proposals.

On the proposal to cut funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative:

"I have always worked with my colleagues to fully fund and support our Great Lakes. In years past, we successfully defended the Great Lakes from the cuts proposed by Presidents Trump and Obama and we will fight to do so again this year."

On the proposal to support rural infrastructure and broadband:

"Too often infrastructure proposals bypass our rural communities. The president's proposal today makes agriculture a priority and helps fund critical needs including rural broadband."

On the $17 billion proposal for fighting the opioid crisis:

"Last month, I hosted a roundtable of local leaders to talk about the toll of the opioid crisis on our communities. The new funding in the Administration's proposal today is another step in making sure those who need treatment receive the help they need."

Previously:
Moolenaar Questions Budget Director on Great Lakes Funding Cut
House Passes Funding for Protecting the Great Lakes
Protecting the Great Lakes
Moolenaar Questions OMB Director About Great Lakes
House Passes Great Lakes Funding
Moolenaar Speaks at CMU Symposium on Great Lakes Research

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